The Soul Behind the Gothic Ghost Story
Thu, Oct 17
|The Compass
Terryl Givens, Professor Emeritus of Literature and Religion at the University of Richmond, will examine the spiritual substrate of our most profound Gothic ghost stories. Tickets are FREE but limited. Reserve yours now.
Time & Location
Oct 17, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Compass, 250 W Center St #101, Provo, UT 84601, USA
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About the event
Terryl Givens, Professor Emeritus of Literature and Religion at the University of Richmond, will examine the spiritual substrate of our most profound Gothic ghost stories. Ghosts, demons, and angels are embodiments of the most deeply rooted human fears and aspirations. In the Romantic era, they flourish in literature as mediums for new explorations of good and evil, moving beyond the religious paradigms of the past. We will take a deep dive into such classics as Byron's Manfred, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, and the Fausts of Marlowe and Goethe for what they tell us about reconstituting the spiritual in a secular world. For a double treat of fun and profundity this Halloween season, come and bring a friend to this startling discussion. A Q&A and refreshments will follow.
Books & Bridges has partnered with The Compass Gallery in organizing this event. As partners of the community, we believe in the good that comes from gathering diverse minds and…